The Countdown of Monte Cristo

The Countdown of Monte Cristo

A daily podcast reading The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, one page at a time, every single day, over the course of four years.

Each short episode offers a focused, intimate passage from Dumas’ sweeping tale of betrayal, imprisonment, revenge, and redemption, accompanied by brief reflections, historical context, and the occasional detour into 19th-century oddities (and yes, the occasional mangled French pronunciation).

Never read The Count of Monte Cristo? Perfect. This podcast is designed for first-time readers, longtime admirers, and anyone curious about experiencing a literary classic as a daily ritual rather than a daunting tome. You can start from the beginning or jump in wherever you are, the story unfolds steadily, patiently, one page at a time.

Whether you’re a lover of classic literature, a podcast listener looking for a calm daily escape, or someone who just wants a few quiet minutes away from the noise of the modern world, The Countdown of Monte Cristo invites you to live with one of the greatest novels ever written.

New episodes every day. No skipping. No rushing.

Subscribe on your favorite podcatcher or watch along on YouTube.

Support the project at https://patreon.com/gruntworkpod and help keep the countdown alive.

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The Guests — Albert Prepares the Salon with Tobacco and Curiosities (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 3)

The Guests — Albert Prepares the Salon with Tobacco and Curiosities (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 3)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the pavilion interior is fully revealed as Albert arranges his salon for the meeting on the Rue du Helder. The room is filled with cabinets of porcelain and faïence, anti...

24 Kesä 7min

The Guests — Albert’s Hidden Door and Private Pavilion (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 2)

The Guests — Albert’s Hidden Door and Private Pavilion (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 2)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder residence reveals a concealed entrance leading into Albert’s pavilion. The small door, hidden from the concierge, opens into a corridor connecting rooms...

23 Kesä 6min

The Guests — Preparations in the Rue du Helder Pavilion (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 1)

The Guests — Preparations in the Rue du Helder Pavilion (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 1)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder is set in order for the Count’s arrival at Albert’s residence. Albert’s pavilion, facing the street and opening into the courtyard and garden, is arrang...

22 Kesä 8min

The Rendezvous — Albert Defends the Count and Confirms the Appointment (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 9)

The Rendezvous — Albert Defends the Count and Confirms the Appointment (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 9)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the debate over the Count’s character ends as Albert defends the obligation he owes. He points to the rescue in the catacombs, noting that no questions were asked before ...

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The Rendezvous — Franz Questions the Count’s Influence Over Bandits (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 8)

The Rendezvous — Franz Questions the Count’s Influence Over Bandits (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 8)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the discussion turns to the Count’s connection with Corsican bandits and Luigi Vampa’s influence. Franz presses the point, questioning how such authority could exist over...

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The Rendezvous — Franz Reveals Monte Cristo’s Hidden Past (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 7)

The Rendezvous — Franz Reveals Monte Cristo’s Hidden Past (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 7)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the conversation turns inward as Franz recounts his earlier encounter on the island of Monte Cristo. He describes the grotto, the supper, the dreamlike night, and the van...

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The Rendezvous — Franz Feels the Count’s Cold Hand (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 6)

The Rendezvous — Franz Feels the Count’s Cold Hand (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 6)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, a final exchange in the salon fixes the Paris meeting while leaving Franz unsettled. As they take leave, Franz feels the Count’s hand and recoils at its cold touch, carry...

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The Rendezvous — The Date Is Fixed for Paris (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 5)

The Rendezvous — The Date Is Fixed for Paris (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 38 – Part 5)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Paris appointment is set with exact precision in the Count’s salon. He marks the date—May 21 at half-past ten—and records Albert’s address on the Rue du Helder, bindi...

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